Women's Health

Women's Health readers strive to better their whole lives. And that's exactly why Women's Health reports on all the topics that interest them. In every issue you'll find topics on success strategies, nutrition, weight loss, health, fitness, special reports, sex & relationship, beauty breakthroughs, and style & fashion.

Women’s Health

ADVISORY BOARD

Liz’s LETTER

Own Your Morning

First Class • WH staffer Sabrina Talbert took trapeze classes to face her fear of heights and re discover a beloved childhood activity.

Fridge Goals • Take a peek into the fridges of WH’s editors and advisors for our must-buy products. For this issue, we asked: What do you grab when heading out for a hike?

Water Works • Proper hydration is the key to healthier, more manageable hair—and it doesn’t entail a dramatic overhaul. It starts with a little knowledge and ends with a few moisturizing micro-adjustments to your routine.

Are You High or Low? • Going by texture alone won’t cut it. Scientists use diagnostic tools to determine porosity; you can rely on these DIY tests.

Say Hi to Your Hair Helpers • The shampoo, conditioner, and styler for you

Beauty MVPs • The WH team selected and sweat-tested the best products for your active lifestyle.

No-Budge Color • How to prevent smudging, fading, and feathering, straight from the experts

Back in Business • STIFF. SORE. SMARTING. IF THESE WORDS DESCRIBE YOUR LOWER BACK, YOU’RE NOT ALONE: 84 PERCENT OF PEOPLE WILL HAVE PAIN THERE AT LEAST ONCE. ERASE THE ACHES OF #ADULTING WITH THIS PROGRAM.

The Pain Eraser Workout • Work through this regimen two or three times a week. Soon, your body will thank you. (If pain worsens, skip that movement for now. As always, see a pro for an evaluation if there is no improvement.)

I Tried It: Acupuncture for Low-Back Pain

Bottom’s Up • The weighted hip thrust is the must-know, must-do move for maximizing lower-body strength.

Smart Water Bottle

The Elevation Edge • THANKS TO NEW TECH FOR ALTITUDE SESSIONS COMING TO STUDIOS NEAR YOU, IT’S NOW POSSIBLE TO GET IN ON THE BENEFITS OF “TRAINING HIGH.”

PEAK SWEAT • Keep these best practices in mind to get the most out of altitude-simulated seshes wherever you are.

Some Like It Cold • Heat nix your will to cook (and appetite)? Chilled soups are the ultimate solution. Keep a stash in the fridge or freezer and you’ll have easy meals good to go.

Stick It • THESE PROTEIN-PACKED SKEWERS HIT SO MANY FLAVOR NOTES: SOY SAUCE AND PINEAPPLE ADD SAVORY-SWEETNESS, WHILE FRESH JALAPEÑOS FIRE OFF PLENTY OF SPICE.

Power Partners • WHEN KIAH GIBIAN STRUGGLED TO SECURE A RELIABLE COOKING SPACE FOR HER BUSINESS, SHE TEAMED UP WITH CAT SMITH TO BUILD THEIR OWN…AND CHANGED EVEN MORE LIVES IN THE PROCESS.

Safe Spaces • The healing quality of the outdoors is undeniable. But it’s not always accessible. These three women show that health challenges don’t have to prevent you from having life-changing adventures.

Blazing Trails

Cold Plunges • Help your body chill with a quick dip in frigid temps.

4 Things You Should Know About Taking a Probiotic • Probiotics are living microorganisms that help support our natural microbiota—a complex system of trillions of bacteria that live in and on our bodies to help to keep us balanced and healthy. Here’s everything you need to know before putting Solgar probiotics in your cart.

Social Stamina • HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR NETWORKING NEEDS, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS

HOW ANYONE (AND EVERYONE) CAN BEAT BURNOUT

Force of Habit • From over-worrying to over-shopping, your impulses might hold you back more than you think. Cycle-breaking insights,...